About us
NORCE is an independent research institute that conducts research for both public and private sectors, to facilitate informed and sustainable choices for the future. We deliver research and innovation in energy, health care, climate, the environment, society and technology. Our solutions address key challenges for society and contribute to value creation on the local, national and global levels.
Corporate social responsibility is one of the cornerstones of the work conducted by NORCE and is reflected in our vision, Passion for knowledge – working together for sustainability. Cultivating knowledge to promote sustainability is the driving force behind our research.
The research conducted by NORCE will contribute to addressing societal issues and to increasing sustainable value creation at the local, national and global level. NORCE has identified four strategic focus areas, where we are gathering strength across the breadth of our research areas to enable good choices to be made for the future.
Focus AreasNORCE is represented throughout Norway. Our large local presence enables close collaboration with unique centres of excellence, as well as the business community and public authorities.
NORCE provides solutions to key societal challenges and contributes to value creation on a local, national and global basis.
We deliver research, innovation and skills development for key topics in policy formulation, administration, business and civil society.
NORCE contributes to the adaptation of industry and business – in conjunction with businesses and universities, clusters and centres. In addition, NORCE has an important role in research-based renewal of the public sector.
NORCE is represented throughout Norway. Our large local presence enables close collaboration with unique centres of excellence, as well as the business community and public authorities. This is all beneficial to research.
Certification
NORCE has a management system (MAPS) which is in approved compliance with the requirements given in NS-EN ISO 9001:2015 and NS-EN ISO 14001:2015.
The management system is certified by Kiwa Technological Institute certification.
Gender Equality and Diversity
NORCE works actively to promote gender equality, gender balance, and diversity among its employees and students, as well as to create a safe and inclusive working environment.
Organization
The NORCE group consists of over 40 wholly and partially owned subsidiaries.
The research activities in the parent company NORCE are organized in the three divisions Health & Social Sciences, Climate & Environment, and Technology.
See how we are organizedNORCE was founded in July 2017, but our activities build on the legacy of infused companies. The legacy can be traced all the way back to 1930 when the Chr. Michelsen Institute foundation was established.
